Sustainability

Sustainability

All street lights in Duluth are LEDs and Dark Sky compliant meaning they use less energy save money and reduce light pollution
Duluth has 186 acres of open space and parks per 1000 people. That is more open space per person than Minneapolis MN and Ann Arbor MI
In 2019 over 306,000 freight tons of wind turbine parts were delivered to Duluth ports on their journey west.

 

“Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.“  Bruntland Commission - 1987

The Anishinaabe and other Tribal Nations inhabiting this area, including the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, sustained their communities through a balanced relationship with the land, the river, and the lake for over 10,000 years. Now, under the direction of its residents and with the guidance of city leadership, The City of Duluth seeks to continue sustainable development - centering the needs of current residents, future generations, and the environment while in pursuit of economic prosperity.

Duluth’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50% by 2030 and reach carbon neutrality by 2050 will result in a more resilient Duluth, ready to tackle the effects of our changing climate and pollution. For more information on how we plan to make progress, see our Climate Action Work Plan.

Renewing City Hall, Saving Energy

Duluth City Hall is in the process of receiving upgrades to increase safety and energy efficiency.

Funding Opportunities

Local and State experts to explain how to take advantage of federal, state, and local funding opportunities on clean energy!

Clean Heat

Sustainability staff with the City of Duluth partnered with the Duluth Folk School to host monthly workshops on sustainability. At the January event, over 40 people attended to learn about clean heat solutions!

City Departments Advance Sustainability

City departments ramp up sustainable choices for equipment, projects, and planning.

Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicles: Climate-friendly Fleet investments

The City recently added its first ever electric fleet vehicles!

DPD E-Bike Story

Residents may see some new additions to the Duluth Police Department’s (DPD) fleet this summer – e-Bikes!


Past Stories